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Backward Drag

quadricepsstrongman

Target Muscles

Primary: quadriceps
Secondary: calves, forearms, glutes, hamstrings, lower back

Equipment Needed

other

Mechanics

compound

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How to perform Backward Drag

1

Load a sled with the desired weight, attaching a rope or straps to the sled that you can hold onto.

2

Begin the exercise by moving backwards for a given distance. Leaning back, extend through the legs for short steps to move as quickly as possible.